Wisconsin State Fair; Nelly takes Main Stage on Aug. 7
Nelly will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage during the on Friday, Aug. 7.
Nelly will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage during the on Friday, Aug. 7.
Wisconsin State Fair; Hairball takes Main Stage on Aug. 6
Hairball will bring the ultimate ’80s rock ’n’ roll tribute to the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 6.
Hairball will bring the ultimate ’80s rock ’n’ roll tribute to the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 6.
The Beach Boys coming to the WI State Fair
The calendar still says winter, but we're getting a little taste of summer this morning. We're getting our second of four exclusive announcements this week for the Wisconsin State Fair. Joining Tim McCormick, Communication Manager for the Wisconsin State Fair, joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio with the big announcement.
The calendar still says winter, but we're getting a little taste of summer this morning. We're getting our second of four exclusive announcements this week for the Wisconsin State Fair. Joining Tim McCormick, Communication Manager for the Wisconsin State Fair, joined FOX6 WakeUp in studio with the big announcement.
Wisconsin State Fair; The Beach Boys take Main Stage on Aug. 16
The Beach Boys will perform at the Wisconsin State Fair on Aug. 16.
The Beach Boys will perform at the Wisconsin State Fair on Aug. 16.
Wisconsin State Fair: AJR takes Main Stage on Aug. 15
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Friday that indie band AJR will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 15.
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Friday that indie band AJR will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 15.
Wisconsin State Fair; Lindsey Stirling takes Main Stage on Aug. 14
Electronic violinist, dancer and artist Lindsey Stirling will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
Electronic violinist, dancer and artist Lindsey Stirling will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
2026 Fairest of the Fairs; Kenosha County's Kaelie Billingsley crowned
Wisconsin State Fair officials introduced on Wednesday evening, Jan. 14, the 2026 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs, a young woman from Kenosha County.
Wisconsin State Fair officials introduced on Wednesday evening, Jan. 14, the 2026 Wisconsin Fairest of the Fairs, a young woman from Kenosha County.
Wisconsin State Fair; Bailey Zimmerman takes Main Stage on Aug. 8
Country music star Bailey Zimmerman will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Country music star Bailey Zimmerman will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Wisconsin State Fair: for KING + COUNTRY take Main Stage on Aug. 10
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Tuesday, Jan. 13 that Christian-pop duo for KING + COUNTRY will headline the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Monday, Aug. 10.
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Tuesday, Jan. 13 that Christian-pop duo for KING + COUNTRY will headline the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Monday, Aug. 10.
Wisconsin State Fair; The All-American Rejects take Main Stage on Aug. 13
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Monday, Jan. 12 that pop-punk band The All-American Rejects will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 13.
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Monday, Jan. 12 that pop-punk band The All-American Rejects will perform at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage on Thursday, Aug. 13.
Wisconsin State Fair holiday deals; offering lowest prices of year
Wisconsin State Fair holiday deals are here, offering the lowest prices of the year on admission, exciting rides, and so much more.
Wisconsin State Fair holiday deals are here, offering the lowest prices of the year on admission, exciting rides, and so much more.
Wisconsin State Fair ticket exchange opens Monday for rain-canceled finale
After rain canceled the final day of the 2025 State Fair, eligible Sunday tickets and vouchers can be exchanged for 2026 admission Nov. 10–15 at the Ticket Office, which has extended hours all week.
After rain canceled the final day of the 2025 State Fair, eligible Sunday tickets and vouchers can be exchanged for 2026 admission Nov. 10–15 at the Ticket Office, which has extended hours all week.
Wisconsin State Fair ticket exchange taking place in early November
The Wisconsin State Fair announced on Tuesday, Sept. 23 its plan to exchange tickets that were intended to be used on Sunday, Aug. 10, and those Sunday tickets only.
The Wisconsin State Fair announced on Tuesday, Sept. 23 its plan to exchange tickets that were intended to be used on Sunday, Aug. 10, and those Sunday tickets only.
Cream Puffs Drive-In pickup opportunity, to-go spot at IndyCar weekend
The last day of the Wisconsin State Fair was rained out, but there's still an opportunity for you to get some delicious cream puffs!
The last day of the Wisconsin State Fair was rained out, but there's still an opportunity for you to get some delicious cream puffs!
2025 Wisconsin State Fair attendance; 892,968 fairgoers entered gates
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Friday, Aug. 15 that 892,968 fairgoers visited the annual event in West Allis for 2025.
Wisconsin State Fair officials announced on Friday, Aug. 15 that 892,968 fairgoers visited the annual event in West Allis for 2025.
Wisconsin State Fair canceled Sunday due to weather; West Allis residents struggle
The Wisconsin State Fair ended a day early after flooding forced organizers to cancel Sunday’s events on Aug. 10.
The Wisconsin State Fair ended a day early after flooding forced organizers to cancel Sunday’s events on Aug. 10.
Wisconsin State Fair roasted corn, farmer shares crop's journey
Wisconsin ranks third in the nation in sweet corn production. And from the farm to the Wisconsin State Fair, the crop has quite a journey.
Wisconsin ranks third in the nation in sweet corn production. And from the farm to the Wisconsin State Fair, the crop has quite a journey.
Wauwatosa man goes to Wisconsin State Fair every day, every year
A Wauwatosa man has been going to the Wisconsin State Fair every day of the fair for the last 50 years.
A Wauwatosa man has been going to the Wisconsin State Fair every day of the fair for the last 50 years.
Wisconsin State Fair, air quality; huge turnout amid smoke concerns
When it comes to the Wisconsin State Fair, there's a little something for everyone, but ongoing poor air quality has raised some concerns.
When it comes to the Wisconsin State Fair, there's a little something for everyone, but ongoing poor air quality has raised some concerns.
Checking out the new Dairy Building
Nicole Barlass, Dairy Promotion Board Representative, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the Wisconsin State Fair's new Dairy Building.
Nicole Barlass, Dairy Promotion Board Representative, joined FOX6 WakeUp to talk about the Wisconsin State Fair's new Dairy Building.